Palwai - Maldakal, Jogulamba Gadwal
Palwai is a village situated in the Maldakal mandal of Jogulamba Gadwal district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from Maldakal and around 113 km from Mahbubnagar. Palwai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palwai is 576245. The village covers a total geographical area of 2666 hectares and falls under the 509132 pincode. Gadwal is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Palwai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palwai
As per Census 2011, Palwai village has a total population of 4,730 people, consisting of 2,393 males and 2,337 females. The village has 1,054 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 693 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,838 literate and 2,892 illiterate residents. Additionally, 679 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palwai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,730 | 2,393 | 2,337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 693 | 347 | 346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 679 | 350 | 329 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,838 | 1,153 | 685 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,892 | 1,240 | 1,652 |
Nearby Villages of Palwai
Palwai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palwai
Palwai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadwal to Palwai is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Palwai is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palwai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palwai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palwai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palwai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palwai
Where is Palwai located?
Palwai village is located in Maldakal Mandal, Jogulamba Gadwal district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palwai?
Palwai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palwai?
The pincode of Palwai is 509132.
What is the population of Palwai?
Palwai has a total population of 4,730, including 2,393 males and 2,337 females.
How many households are there in Palwai?
There are 1,054 households in Palwai.
What is the literacy rate in Palwai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palwai is 38.86%. Male literacy is 48.18% and female literacy is 29.31%.